October 2010

Have you ever heard the saying, "It's not what you know, it's WHO you know"? Networking is always an important piece of the career process, but, in this job market, networking has become a necessary and critical factor to gather information for making informed career decisions and to launch career opportunities through internships and jobs.

Last spring CSB student senator Bridget Reilly led the launch of a bike-sharing program, which has been so successful that the demand is outpacing the supply of bikes. The program was included in a recent USA Today story on bike-sharing programs on college campuses.

Rajmohan Gandhi, grandson of the legendary peace activist Mahatma Gandhi, spoke to a crowd of more than 300 as the keynote speaker for the 23rd annual Peace Studies conference. Listen to his interview with AM-1240 WJON radio news director Jim Maurice.

Each winter, Saint John's University Athletics hosts a banquet and silent auction. This year's Red Tie Gala IV will be Feb. 4, 2011, at Northland Inn in Brooklyn Center, Minn. The program features updates from Johnnie coaches and a wide array of silent auction items. Proceeds support Johnnie athletics. For more information, please contact Thom Woodward, J-Club secretary, at twoodward@csbsju.edu.

Register for Family Weekend

Registration for Family Weekend is now available. The weekend is a great opportunity for you to join your daughter or son, learn more about the campuses, and take part in the carnival or football game. With additional information being added to the schedule regularly.

The CSB/SJU Bookstores have a lot in store for you on Family Weekend, Oct. 22 - 24. We have special pricing on items throughout our stores, including clearance merchandise and more. We will have authors signing copies of their books and activities for kids.